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National Legal and Policy Center controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2015

    Robert Menendez and Salomon Melgen allegations

    NLPC publicized information concerning Senator Robert Menendez's relationship with donor Salomon Melgen, later reflected in federal corruption allegations. Menendez's first trial ended in a mistrial, and the Justice Department did not retry him.

  2. 2006

    Alan Mollohan financial-disclosure allegations

    NLPC alleged that Representative Alan Mollohan omitted or misrepresented financial interests while directing federal earmarks to organizations associated with political and business allies. The Justice Department later closed its investigation without charges.

  3. 2003

    Boeing tanker procurement scandal

    NLPC's complaint raised questions about procurement official Darleen Druyun's property and employment relationships involving Boeing. The episode resulted in firings, the resignation of Boeing CEO Phil Condit, and prison sentences for Druyun and Boeing CFO Michael M. Sears.